Truck Driver

Posting Details

Job Title Truck Driver

Requisition Number RE55396

Department Name 3CP12:

Phys Plt-Trucking Services

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 40

Salary Range $/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education HS

Required Related Experience 2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs;
Job related travel;
Loud noises;
Temperature extremes;
Hazardous chemicals and fumes include waste;
Animal handling (including carcasses);
Subject to pungent smells.

Shift Typically Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 4:15pm; additional hours per workload/project demands.

Job Summary Reporting to the Trucking Supervisor, this position is responsible for the transport of materials (freight/recycling) to and from specified locations, including loading and unloading vehicles; manually picking up and moving various materials (i.e.) recycling, waste, surplus equipment/furniture and special events resources, etc., from locations on/off campus via stairways, elevators, and dock locations; and ensuring excellent customer service.

Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities MS Windows/Office; KRONOS ;
Knowledge of Mechanics;
Driver’s Courses

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience HS + 2 years professional driving experience

Final date to receive applications 09/06/2026

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We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.